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VOD 131J

1975 BMW R75/5

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,868 mi
Last recorded33,868 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOD 131J
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2018 33,868 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 32,314 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 29,421 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 29,089 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 29,088 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2013 28,753 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2013 28,753 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 27,581 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 27,108 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 26,272 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 26,272 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 25,163 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 24,056 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 22,867 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 21,155 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the BMW R75/5?

Based on 1,001 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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VOD 131J is a 1975 BMW R75/5 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a BMW R75/5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VOD 131J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R75/5 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 51 years old, this BMW R75/5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VOD 131J registered?

VOD 131J is a 1975 BMW R75/5, first registered on 1 February 1975.

Is VOD 131J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOD 131J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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